Contradiction with 2 Samuel 7:12-13
This verse speaks of God's promise to establish the throne of David's kingdom forever, contradicting the idea of destruction and shedding of innocent blood seen in 2 Kings 21:16.
2 Samuel 7:12-13: And when thy days be fulfilled, and thou shalt sleep with thy fathers, I will set up thy seed after thee, which shall proceed out of thy bowels, and I will establish his kingdom.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:7
This verse encourages the wicked to forsake their ways and seek mercy from the Lord, contrasting the unrepentant actions described in 2 Kings 21:16.
Isaiah 55:7: Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. [the unrighteous...: Heb. the man of iniquity] [abundantly...: Heb. multiply to pardon]
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32
Here, God expresses no pleasure in the death of anyone, encouraging them to turn from their ways, contradicting the context of widespread violence in 2 Kings 21:16.
Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]
Paradox #1
This verse highlights the actions of a king who is responsible for the shedding of much innocent blood, which conflicts with the biblical teachings against murder and the value of human life. This creates a contradiction because the king, who is supposed to lead by example according to God's laws, is instead violating fundamental moral principles.